Caretaker
(noun)
- A person who is responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of a building, property or grounds.
- A person who is in charge of the care and maintenance of someone or something.
- A person who is temporarily responsible for the supervision and management of something.
- A person who provides care and support for someone, especially a child or elderly person.
- A person who looks after and maintains a park, garden or nature reserve.
Origin:
Derived from the verb "to care" meaning "to take care of" and the noun "taker" meaning "one who takes".
Examples:
- The caretaker of the building was tasked with ensuring that the heating and lighting were working properly.
- The caretaker of the orphanage was responsible for the children's daily needs and routines.
- The caretaker of the museum was entrusted with the preservation of the exhibits.
- The caretaker of the elderly man provided him with daily assistance with personal hygiene and eating.
- The caretaker of the park was responsible for keeping the lawns trimmed and the paths free of litter.